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Poker players have really developed some great skills in the Texas Hold’em seven-card game. Usually the aggressive players win the money, but some of my friends have a habit of playing for fun and

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Playing poker for fun is a far different game than playing for real dollars and cash prizes. Winning a pizza can develop bad habits of play.

Gambling is entertainment, one can enjoy the casino dining, entertainment, drawings for prizes, and just hang out. Most people have a budget and especially women will set some gaming limits to either win or lose.

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Saratoga Casino ww.saratogacasinobh.com Million Dollar Summer Play at Saratoga Casino for your share of one million dollars in cash, Promo Play and Prizes this summer.

$40,000 Game Show Showdown Every Friday in June and Saturdays, June 13 and 20. We’ll select 9 winners from 5 – 10 p.m. to come on down and play our Game Show Showdown. Then at 10 p.m., one lucky winner will play all 4 games at the Showdown Showcase. All members receive one free entry.

Earn additional entries for every 50 base points earned on slots and for every 15 minutes of rated play on table games for the drawing week.

Father’s Day Giveaway Sunday, June 21. Win a $2,500 gift certificate from Mountain Hearth and Patio in Evergreen. From noon – 5 p.m., seven hot seat winners will receive $250 or $500 cash. Then at 6 p.m., one winner will hit the jackpot with a $2,500 gift card Mountain Hearth and Patio.

Play with your Club card for your chance to win.

Toys of Summer Grand Prize First Prize: Saturday, June 27. Earn entries May 31 – June 27. It’s a whirlpool of winning from 2 – 10 p.m. with 10 winners of $1,000.

Then at 10:30 p.m., one guest will float away with a new California Cooperage Hot Tub. All members receive one free entry. Earn additional entries for every 100 base points earned on slots and for every 30 minutes of rated play on table games for the drawing week. Plus, earn multiplied entries when you play on Wednesdays in June.

Mystery Penny Multiplier Every Thursday visit the Host Stand from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. to spin the penny point multiplier wheel for up to 12X penny points. Stop by the wheel before you play.

$2 Early Bird Breakfast Daily • 9 – 11 a.m. Try our $2 Early Bird Breakfast in The Café.

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Guests 50 and over reap the rewards every Monday and Tuesday at Saratoga. Earn 4X points on slots and 2X points on video poker.

Take advantage of our discounted menu items in The Café or $10 off with 50 base points earned. Plus, receive a $20 bus refund when you earn 200 base points.

EPerks Win a iPad Mini. Drawing: Tuesday, June 30. Earn entries: June 1 – 29. Receive an entry every day you play. Winner will be notified via email and will have until Sunday, June 14, to claim their prize. Need not be present to win.

Facebook Trivia Like us on Facebook to participate in our weekly trivia challenge. Each week is a new chance to win $50 Promo Play and a gift certificate to The Café.

Join Now, Win Now Join the Club to automatically win $5 Promo Play. Plus, receive $10 off at The Café after earning 20 base points.

$15K Mega Jackpot Sweeps Have you won a hand paid Jackpot of $1,200+? If so, On June 13, it’s time to bring in your entry forms for another chance to head home with a huge jackpot. Drop your entries forms off at the Player’s Club. Drawings will be held from 3 – 9 p.m. Don’t miss out on your share of $15,000 on Saturday, June 13.

$40,000 Casha Palooza Giveaway Starting earning entries on Monday June 8 and continue to earn them through July 4, drawings from 6 – 10 p.m. Eight lucky winners will each earn a Palooza of $5,000 cash. Receive one free entry each day you visit the Isle Casino Black Hawk and earn additional entries for every 100-tier points earned. Plus, don’t miss out on 20X entries days on Tuesday June 9 and 23, it could lead to an explosive payday this July 4.

50+ Perks With age comes big bonuses every Sunday in June from 8 a.m. – midnight. Everyone 50 or better is invited to stop by for 5X points on slots and 2X points on video poker. Receive one free buffet after earning 100 tier points from 10 a.m.

– 10 p.m. Cannot be combined with any other point multiplier.

10X Points Penny Slots Receive 10X points on penny slots each Thursday in June from 8 a.m. - midnight. You must register at the Player’s Club or Cashier Services prior to playing. Not valid on video poker. Penny Point multiplier cannot be combined with any other offer.

www.theisleblackhawk.com Break The Bank Giveaway Every Friday in June, you could break the bank and win up to $1,500. Be one of the lucky winners to break one of our Play More Be Happy penny banks for your chance at huge cash prizes! Drawings will be held from 7 – 11 p.m. Guests will receive one free entry and additional entries with every 100 tier points.

Good Time Tuesday Giveaway Tuesday June 2, 16 and 30 you have a chance to win up to $500 in cold, hard cash. Drawings every 20 minutes will be held from 3 – 7 p.m.

Each time a prize goes unclaimed it will be added to daily progressive prize. Final drawing each Tuesday evening is guaranteed and winner could take home a huge progressive payday. Receive one free entry each Tuesday and additional entries with every 100-tier points earned.

availability, blackout days may apply. You must register prior to playing.

Table Games More ways to play and win at Isle table games. Check out our brand new games King’s Bounty & DJ Wild exclusively at the Isle. Plus, all your favorites including Black Jack, Roulette, Three Card Poker, Bonus 6, Mississippi Stud, and Ultimate Texas Hold’Em. Play “Craps-Free Craps” with 10 times odds select days throughout June. Poker Player? Ask the poker room about eligibility for our $1,000 Sunday Poker Tournaments.

Calypso’s Buffet

New Member Play In June, all new members of the Fan Club will receive a free buffet after playing 30 minutes on their new Players card. Guests who provide an email address at the time of enrollment will receive 5,000 Fan Club points.

Play and Stay Earn 750 unadjusted points on your Fan Club card Sundays through Thursdays between 8 a.m. and midnight and stay the night on us.

Or on Friday earn 1,250 unadjusted points and your hotel stay is free. This offer is valid only on the day the points are earned and is based on

Roll Into Summer Fun Giveaway We’re picking one lucky winner every half hour from 2 – 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, June 12-27. Roll a giant die to win $50-250 cash…or even more depending on tier level.

Every time a winner is not present we will add $100 to our progressive jackpot that will be given away Friday, July 3. Receive one free entry on drawing days and additional entries with play.

Whatever your taste, Calypso’s Buffet is sure to satisfy your appetite any day of the week.

Enjoy all-you-can-eat breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner buffets. Featuring delicious breakfast spreads, crisp salads, freshly baked breads, tender chicken and beef entrées, wood stonebaked pizzas and savory side dishes.

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Tradewinds at the Isle has a new menu that features what we believe to be the best hamburgers in Black Hawk. Whether you try the classics, a green chili and chipotle, the black & blue or mushroom and Swiss burger you will not be disappointed. Tradewinds now offers the best desserts in town.

Enjoy the Colorado Summer on our back patio. Summer barbeques are back every Saturday from 2 – 4 p.m. Earn a delicious barbeque by playing 5 points on your Lady Luck Player’s Card. Simply visit the Lady Luck promotions area to redeem.

Sundays through Thursdays play 750 Tier Score points between 8 a.m. and midnight.

Fridays play 1,250 Tier Score Points between 8am and midnight. Make sure to register at guest services prior to play. Poker and Table Games guests can earn a free room, too. Visit guest services or speak to a table games supervisor for restrictions and additional details. Offer subject to availability. Excludes holidays and blackout dates.

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Bus Fare Refund Do you ride the bus to Black Hawk? The Isle will refund your bus fare up to $22. Simply earn 450 unadjusted points on your player’s card and present your return bus ticket to the player’s club or cashier services. Table Games and Poker players will receive their bus fare back with four hours of consecutive play.

and Saturday, June 6, during Lady Luck’s Island Game Show Showdown. From 2 – 9 p.m., we will be selecting 3 winners every hour to play Parrot Bills Cash Cube, Margarita Match, Take it or flip it burgers and Card Shark. At 10 p.m., during the winner’s exclusive drawing, you could win up to $1,000 in the showcase. Receive one free entry and even more with play.

www.black-hawk-ladyluck. isleofcapricasinos.com Margarita Madness On Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. earn points for great summer goodies. Play 20 points and earn great summer themed beads. Earn margarita sunglasses after playing an additional 50 points. And a great parrot hat after playing an additional 50 points. Take all 3 summer gifts for only 120 points. Also keep an eye out for the prize patrol. You could win Fan Club Points, food offers and so much more every hour when winners are randomly selected to play fun and exciting games. Available while supplies last. No rain checks. See guest services for rules and additional details on all Lady Luck promotions.

Island Game Show Showdown Win some great cash prizes Friday, June 5,

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We’re multiplying the fun Mondays and Wednesdays. Join us twice a week for Club 40. All guests age 40 or better will receive 6X points on slots and 2X points on video poker.

Guests will also receive a free entrée at Otis & Henry’s once they earn 25 Tier Score points on their Lady Luck Player’s Card. Make sure to check out Otis & Henry’s Roundin’ Up the Beef specials available for a limited time. Breakfast is available all day, too.

Mystery Point Multiplier Thursdays Thursdays are a Point Multiplier Mystery!

Enjoy the extended summer registration times.

Spin the wheel from 10 – 10 p.m. and reveal a mystery point multiplier every Thursday in June.

You could win up to 20X on slots; plus you’ll get 5X points on Video Poker. Guests must spin the mystery wheel at the promotions area prior to playing to receive points. Point multiplier is valid from time of registration until midnight on Thursdays in June.

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Father’s Day Gift Giveaway Get dad something special on Saturday, June 21. From noon to 6 p.m. pick up your Spider Tool kit when you earn 300 tier score points.

Summer T-shirt: Surprise Inside On Tuesday, June 30, noon to 8 p.m. when you play 30 tier score points you will get a free T-shirt. Plus, you might be lucky and win a prize when you open your shirt. You could win some sizzling summer CASH!

Sunny Day Picnic Giveaway Summer is here and it’s time for Lady Luck’s Sunny Day Picnic Giveaway. Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16 and 23 you can earn yourself a Sunny Day Picnic gift. You get a fantastic gift when you earn 300 points between noon and 8 p.m. Each Tuesday has a different gift.

Social Media Make sure to like Lady Luck Black Hawk on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Stay up to date with all promotions, events and special contests. Also, make sure to register your email with Guest Services to receive special promotion emails.

Jackpot Frenzy #2 Jackpot payouts just got a whole lot sweeter. Earn an entry into Lady Luck’s next $10,000 Jackpot Frenzy. Guests will receive one free entry for every jackpot $1,200 or better won from May 4 through noon on July 11. On July 11, place your entries in Lady Luck’s Jackpot Frenzy drawing that takes place from 2 – 7 p.m.

You could win up to $1,000. A total of $10,000 in cash prizes will be given away.

Luck Poker Room. The Bad Beat Jackpot now includes a decreasing qualifier element starting at Aces full of Kings.

And make sure to check out the new Bounce Back Bonus offers—now every day of the week.

• Be in a game by 10 a.m. and receive $10 in Bounce Back Coupons after three hours of play.

• Be in a game by 10 a.m. and receive $20 in Bounce Back Coupons after four hours of play.

• Be in a game by 10 a.m. and receive $30 in Bounce Back Coupons after five hours of play.

• Be in a game by 11 a.m. and receive $10 in Bounce Back Coupons after three hours of play.

Visit the Lady Luck Poker Room, located on the 2nd floor, for additional details.

Table Games Up your odds with the best table games crew in Black Hawk. Play at Craps, Roulette, Buffalo Black Jack Bonus and Double Deck Blackjack every day of the week. There are 20X odds on Craps EVERYDAY. $5 games open every day and $2 craps Monday through Thursday.

Be sure to check out War Blackjack, our newest optional wager in the Lady Luck table games pit. See Table games, located on the second floor of Lady Luck, for additional promotions and details.

Bus Fare Redemption Guests who play with a Fan Club Card can receive up to $22 cash back on bus fare every day. Earn 350 unadjusted points on Lady Luck Player’s Card to receive cash back. Poker and table games guests can earn too. Just play 3 consecutive hours at Table Games or 4 hours in a Live Poker Game. Guests must redeem bus ticket at Guest Services. Limit one bus redemption per person per day.

Monte Carlo There are now even more chances to win in the Lady Luck Poker Room. The new Monte Carlo Jackpots are up and running with 12 individual progressive prizes. There are jackpots for Royal Flushes, Straight Flushes and any 4 of a kind. Visit the Lady Luck Poker Room, located on the 2nd floor, for details and updated jackpot amounts.

Lady Luck Poker It’s easier than ever to win BIG in the Lady June 2 - 15, 2015

www.goldenmardigras.com $180K Beach Bucks Don’t miss our $180K Beach Bucks drawings every Friday and Saturday in June from 3 – 11 p.m. Select a card from the beach buckets to make a winning poker hand and the better the hand, the bigger your prize, up to $2,500. Earn entries for every 10 base points or every half hour of tracked table games play. Come on in for your chance to take on the Cash Cube.

Beach Ball Kiosk Game

You can win cash, FreePlay and other prizes every Tuesday, in our Beach Ball Kiosk Game. Swipe your A-Play Club Card at any promotion kiosk with no point requirement for the first swipe and get an additional swipe after earning 200 base points on slots after 3 a.m. on the day of the promotion.

Thursday Play & Eat Enjoy our Play & Eat Thursdays and play your way to a free lunch or dinner at Bourbon Street Café & Buffet. Simply earn 50 base points or 30 minutes of tracked table play with a $10 average bet to receive a lunch buffet or earn 100 base points or 1 hour of tracked table play with a $10 average bet to receive a free dinner buffet.

VIP Wednesdays

If you are a gold or platinum VIP, watch your mail for special events planned just for you. Our VIP Wednesdays include exclusive multipliers, events and more. Ask a Casino Host for the schedule of upcoming VIP events and we thank you for being part of our VIP family.

Table Games – Summer Sunshine Drawings

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www.zcasinobh.com Club Z Sign up for a new Club Z card at Z Casino and receive up to $105 in Z-Play the next day!

That’s not all, you will get 4X points on all slots and a free ice cream or Z Café brewed beverage.

See Club Z for complete details.

Who Wants a Discount on Gas? Earn your base point Monday through Sunday and receive up to $1.50 off the flowing Tuesday at our Z Stop Gas Station. See Club Z for complete details.

Pancake Party

Play Table Games all month long and receive one entry for every hour of tracked play.

On Tuesday, June 30, at 8 p.m., we will draw 10 lucky winners who will win up to $1,000.

Join us Friday, June 19, for our Pancake Party! All you can eat pancakes from 6 p.m. – close in the Mustang Grill! Just earn 10 same day base points to receive a voucher for free pancakes. See Club Z for complete details.

Great Outdoors Play & Earn

American Flag Giveaway

We have the best gifts for all your summer fun in our Great Outdoors Play & Earn Giveaway. Play for three must-have gifts May 31 through June 3, June 7 through June 10, and June 28 through July 1, and receive a folding camping chair, a hydrating back pack and a four-person dome tent, each for only 1,000 base points or 15 hours of tracked table games play. The best part is you have all four days each promotion week to earn your gift! Stop by Guest Services for details.

Updated Buffet

Whether you love our menu or our delicious themed buffets, we have something for everyone. Order off our menu and enjoy tasty daily chef’s specials seven days a week.

For our buffet lovers, we have themed buffets Thursdays through Sundays featuring Mexican, Cajun, Asian and seafood specialties.

Father’s Day Bring the special man in your life in for his special day, Sunday, June 21. Earn just 250 base points or 4 hours of tracked Table Games play and you can take home a handy multi-tool.

Join us Friday, June 5, for our American Flag giveaway. Just earn 25 same day base points to get yours free. See Club Z for complete details.

Who’s ready to BBQ Father’s Day? Stop by Z Casino on Father’s Day, June 21, noon – 4 p.m. to receive a free BBQ plate. Just earn 25 same day base points! See Club Z for complete details.

Don’t want to pay for Breakfast?

Just earn 10 same day base points before 11 a.m. and receive a voucher for a free Double Down Breakfast at Club Z! See Club Z for complete details.

Free Surf and Turf Join us every Saturday for our free Surf and Turf special. Just earn 100 same day base points to receive a voucher for a free Surf and Turf special! See Club Z for complete details.

Want to Convert your Comps to free Gas? Earn Nitro or Flame status and redeem your comps for up to $20 in gas each day.

Play and Ride Earn 75 base points, redeem your bus ticket at Club Z and receive $25 in Z-Play.

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Finalist and Z-Play drawings will be every day from 1 – 11 p.m. You could win up to $500 in Z-Play at each drawing. You will also receive finalist entries for the Grand Prize Drawing every time you win. Earn more finalist entries with every 1,000 points earned all month long.

The grand prize drawing will be on Aug. 29 starting at 9:30 p.m., where you could win a 2015 Ford Mustang or Ford Escape or one of our four $500 Z-Play prizes.

Get Reimbursed for Your ATM Fees Stop by the Z Stop Gas Station to use our ATM and bring your receipt to Z Casino within two hours from the time on your receipt, you will receive $5 in Z-Play or $3 Cash back.

Bring a Friend If you are a current Club Z Member and you bring a friend with you to Z Casino and they become a new Club Z Member and earn 10 base points, you get $10 in FREE Z-Play. All new members qualify for the $105 Z-Play new member rebate.

6X Points Z Casino is the place for the most points.

Earn 6X points on slots every Wednesday & Thursday.

Free Shuttle Both the Black Hawk and Central City shuttle stops at Z Casino (on Selak Street adjacent to our free parking lot).

Z Cafe Stop by Z Cafe located on the 2nd floor of Z Casino to get your favorite Cappuccino, Latte, Mocha and much more.

Mustang Grill The Z Casino Mustang Grill has an exciting menu. Try our specialties which include the amazing Prime Rib dinner or Famous Z Ribs now only $7.77 with your Club Z card. Located on the 3rd floor of Z Casino.

Table Games Play the Hottest Table Games in Black Hawk at Z Casino! We have your favorites including Craps with Sharp Shooter, Three Card Poker, War Blackjack and Blackjack! Our table games are open Thursday and Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays, 4 p.m. to close.

Booya Booya is back on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in the Z Spot Pit! Get any 4 suited blackjacks on your Booya card and receive $20 in promo chips.

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Central City Nuggets eat pancakes from 6 p.m. – close in the Z Grill! Just earn 10 same day base points to receive a voucher for free pancakes.

See Club Z for complete details.

American Flag Giveaway

www.johnnyzscasino.com Club Z Card Sign up for a new Club Z card at Johnny Z’s and receive up to $105 in Z-Play the next day. That’s not all, you will get 4X points on all slots and a free ice cream or Z Café brewed beverage. See Club Z for complete details.

Mark Andrew June 27 Who wants to see Mark Andrew from Mix 100? Stop by Johnny Z’s on June 27th from 2 – 4 p.m.

Who Wants a Discount on Gas? Earn your base point Monday through Sunday and receive up to $1.50 off the flowing Tuesday at our Z Stop Gas Station.

See Club Z for complete details.

Pancake Party Join us Friday, June 19, for our Pancake Party! All you can

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Free Surf and Turf Join us every Saturday for our free Surf and Turf special. Just earn 100 same day base points to receive a voucher for a free Surf and Turf special! See Club Z for complete details.

Bring a Friend If you are a current Club Z Member and you bring a friend with you to Johnny Z’s Casino and they become a new Club Z Member and earn 10 base points, you get $10 in FREE Z-Play. All new members qualify for the $105 Z-Play new member rebate.

Prime Rib and Z Ribs

Want to Convert your Comps to free Gas?

Try our amazing Prime Rib dinner or Famous Z Ribs now only $7.77, located on the 2nd floor of Johnny Z’s Casino.

Earn Nitro or Flame status and redeem your comps for up to $20 in gas each day.

Z Cafe

Join us Saturday, June 13, for our 5th Anniversary Pint Glass giveaway. Just earn 25 same day base points to get yours free!

See Club Z for complete details.

Play and Ride

Stop by Z Cafe located on the 2nd floor of Johnny Z’s to get your favorite Cappuccino, Latte, Mocha and much more.

Free Surf and Turf

$50,000 Anniversary Bash Drawings

Join us Saturday, June 6, for our American Flag giveaway.

Just earn 25 same day base points to get yours free. See Club Z for complete details.

Pint Glass Giveaway

Join us June 12, 13 and 14 for a free Surf and Turf (steak and lobster) special with cake and champagne. Just earn 200 same day base points to receive a voucher for a free Surf and Turf special! See Club Z for complete details.

Who’s ready to BBQ Father’s Day? Stop by Z Casino on Father’s Day, June 21, noon – 4 p.m. to receive a free BBQ plate. Just earn 25 same day base points!

See Club Z for complete details.

Don’t Want to Pay for Breakfast?

Just earn 10 same day base points before 11 a.m. and receive a voucher for a free Double Down Breakfast at Club Z. See Club Z for complete details.

Earn 75 base points, redeem your bus ticket at Club Z and receive $25 in Z-Play.

Starting June 4 join us for our $50,000 Anniversary Bash Drawings. Progressive drawings will be every Thursday through Sunday from noon – midnight. You could be the lucky winner of up to $500 in Z-Play.

Get Reimbursed for Your ATM Fees Stop by the Z Stop Gas Station to use our ATM and bring your receipt to Johnny Z’s within two hours from the time on your receipt. You will receive $5 in Z-Play or $3 Cash back.

6X Points Johnny Z’s Casino is the place for the most points. Earn 6X points on slots every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in June.

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Table Games Play the hottest table games in Central City at Johnny Z’s Casino every day from 10 a.m. to close. We have all your favorites from Craps with Fire Bet, Three Card poker, Double Deck Blackjack, Inbet Blackjack and Buffalo Blackjack.

Booya Booya is back every Monday through Thursday in the Z Spot Pit. Get any 4 suited blackjacks on your Booya card and receive $20 in promo chips.

Catch the Free Shuttle The Central City shuttle stops right in front of Johnny Z’s in Central City. With quick, easy access to Z Casino in Black Hawk, ride the Central City Free Ride.

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Central-city.cnty.com The 500-Buck-O-Rama Fridays and Saturdays, May 29 – June 27, $100 Insta-Play Hot Seats at Every Hour from 2 – 4 p.m. $500 cash prizes every hour from 5 – 11 p.m. Players can earn entries for each week’s drawings with every 150 base points earned starting May 26. From 2 – 4 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, $100 in Insta-Play Hot Seats may be awarded to any players currently using their Player’s card at a machine or our poker and table games. At 5 p.m. we move over to our drawing barrel and things heat up, as every hourly cash prize is $500 through 11 p.m.

Father’s Day American Flag Grill Spatula Giveaway Just earn 250 base points on your Player’s Club card on Sunday, June 21, to earn a patriotic American flag grill spatula with bottle opener.

With a flag design you can sear right into your burgers, this patriotic spatula features a bottle opener built into the handle, which also doubles a loop for handy storage.

Fridays and Saturdays, 11 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Enjoy a late night mini-pizza at the Retro Deli for just $1.50 each, available Friday and Saturday nights from 11 p.m. until 2 a.m.

Lou Bunch Day – Saturday, June 20

Century Casino is the best place to enjoy the full roster of Central City events. Park in our free covered parking, enjoy our welcoming casino floor, and you’re right next to Main Street.

Central City’s annual adult-themed celebration honors the city’s last and most famous Madame Lou Bunch. Featuring the infamous bed-races, re-enactors of historical characters from the city’s boisterous past, musical entertainment and more, Lou Bunch Day is a great reason to kick up your heels.

New Members

Sign up at our Player‘s Club for a free club card to get a FREE SPIN to win up to $1,500.

Earn 10 base points on your day of signup and return to the Player’s Club for $5 in Insta-Play added right to your account. Earn 100 base points total on your signup day and redeem at the Club for $5 in Insta-Play added to your account. Earn 200 base points that same day for another $5 Insta-Play bonus. Finally, earn

300 base points that same day for another amazing $5 in Insta-Play bonus available at the Club. That’s up to $20 in Day One InstaPlay for New Members.

Midnight Madness

Fridays and Saturdays, 11 p.m. – 1 a.m. Win $50 Hot Seat drawings for Insta-Play or Table Games Play Chips every half-hour from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Friday and Saturday night.

Sunday Cash Blast

$250 cash Drawings on the hour and $50 Insta-Play on the half hour from 2 – 8 p.m. Sunday May 31 at Century features $250 cash drawings on the hour, and $50 Insta-Play drawing on the half-hour, from 2 – 8 p.m. Every player with a Century Casino Player’s Card can get one entry to the drawing per drawing day, additional entries are available to players who receive our mail.

Bigger Bingo –Thursday Bingo

Enjoy free Bingo every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with $100 Insta-Play Play or Table Games Play Chips prizes, with $250 cash prizes for our bigger bingo games at 11 a.m., 8 p.m., and one random hourly game.

Players with a Player’s Card can pick up their

Bingo card at the Player’s Club one hour before each game.

Scores are tallied and winners posted the next day and prizes must be claimed within one week.

Play & Eat Tuesdays

$7.99 Prime Rib Every Day

Every Tuesday you can enjoy the special of the day at the Mid City Grill for free from 11 a.m. with just 150 base points earned on your Player’s Club card that day.

Tuesday Bonus Entries

Earn 2X Entries on slots to win the 500 BuckO-Rama on Fridays and Saturdays.

Military Appreciation Monday

Guests with military ID will receive a free ice cream, plus 50% off meals (up to $25 in one day) at the Retro Deli or Mid City Grill. We also offer a regular hotel Military discount rate of $39.95 before tax for a standard room Sundays through Thursdays (certain holidays exempted).

Fantasy Golf Wednesday

Earn up to three Fantasy Golf Card Scratch Tickets Each Wednesday (at 250 base points, 400 base points, and 1,000 base points each) and win your share of $1,000 in Cash and Insta-Play prizes if you have one of the lowest five scores recorded that day. Win Double Prizes if your score is under par for the card.

Enjoy our 8 oz. slow-roasted Prime Rib Special, accompanied by choice of potato with seasonal vegetables, for just $7.99 from 11 a.m., just by having a player’s card. Prime Rib special is also available for $14.99 with no card.

Not to be combined with any other discount or coupon.

Senior Celebration – Wednesday and Thursday

Guests aged 50 or better receive 2X points on play all day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., plus 50% off purchases (up to $25 in one day) at the Retro Deli or Mid City Grill. Please note that 50% food discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or discount, and including daily food specials.

Birthdays

All guests can come in on the day of their birthday and get 2X points plus a free gift. Guests who come in on the day of their 21st birthday receive the 2X points and the gift, plus $10 in comp added to their account, plus a $5 Promo Chip to use at the tables. Guests with a birthday coupon from our mailer redeem it at the Player’s Club for a gift of 10X their age in points.

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Cover Story

Saratoga Casino is the place to win

Cover Story General Manager Shawn Harris

Black Hawk casino adding more excitement this summer

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ust two short years after its grand opening, Saratoga Casino Black Hawk is stirring things up once again.

Under new leadership and with a renewed sense of understanding of its clientele, the small casino perched on the corner of Main and Gregory streets in the town’s historic district aims to raise the bar even higher when it comes to customer satisfaction in gaming.

“We’re not intimidated by the big guys,” said Saratoga Casino’s newly appointed

General Manager Shawn Harris.

“What we lack in square footage, we make up for with the right atmosphere and the right attitude.”

The property has undergone many changes since its old Fitzgerald’s days and has done so without compromising the core values that originally earned the casino the loyalty of its guests. The old-world character and charm of the nearly century-old building still echo through the exposed brick walls,

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winding stairs and unique intertwining layout.

An undeniable sense of togetherness and community can still be felt on the cozy gaming floor, which features less than 600 slots and table games, about one-third the size of Ameristar’s.

“The big changes have been mainly cosmetic with extensive maintenance to preserve the old building and add competitive amenities,” Harris said.

The regulars here will tell you that what Saratoga has done best is retaining its exceptional staff, which is still touted as the friendliest in Black Hawk.

“One of the advantages of being a small casino,” said Harris, “is that we can really get to know our guests.”

If you visit often, Saratoga’s helpful team will not only remember your name, but also your drink of choice, your favorite machine, even whom you like to play next to. Both front-

line team members and managers pride themselves in truly listening to the players and reading between the lines when necessary.

“We take feedback very seriously,” said Harris. “Our most frequent guests refer to us as their second family. They’ve made friends with other players through the VIP dinners and special events and take advantage of the other perks together. Folks like to sit next to each other and catch up while playing. We went back to the drawing board and completely re-imagined our gaming

floor in order to encourage these friendly interactions and make our guests’ experiences friendlier.”

Indeed, with games carefully clustered in a manner that reflects the different ways guests prefer to play, the new gaming floor feels both more intimate and more spacious at the same time.

“They’ve even taken sightlines into consideration, really focused on the details this time,” boasts a long-time patron. “There is better flow across the entire casino and it’s not awkward anymore.”

For Harris, paying attention to what guests

have to say is only the beginning. He acknowledges that the Saratoga Casino team still has a lot of work to do, all based around increasing the comfort and satisfaction of their valued guests. Harris knows that great flow is not the only thing that will draw players to Saratoga and that he has to get creative to outdo the big dogs that have all the resources at their disposal.

Harris and the Saratoga team are focusing their efforts on elevated standards of service, while also expanding their fine dining options and adding a new main floor bar. The Mill City Chophouse, on schedule to

open in mid-June, boasts a warm romantic atmosphere and a menu that rivals any upscale steakhouse in Denver.

“It’s going to be a quiet place to escape the bustle of the gaming floor for a moment and enjoy a memorable meal you can’t find anywhere else in Black Hawk,” said Food and Beverage Director Brian Gryzb. “Whether you’re using comp dollars for that special anniversary dinner or just want a good steak without breaking the bank, you can do that at Mill City.”

It is the opportunity to win that brings any of us to a casino though, and Harris will not let that side of things be neglected.

“We’ve heard some people say that we tightened the machines after the transition from Fitzgerald’s – in my research since taking the job, that couldn’t be further from the truth,” said Harris. “We need to do a better job of communicating how lucky a place to play Saratoga Casino is through advertising and social media. Hopefully, we’ll be able to change that perception to the reality – Saratoga Casino is the place to win.”

One way to win even more money in a casino is the various promotional activities, which Harris promises to enhance as well. With a new

marketing director starting soon and the strong desire to prove themselves and impress, Saratoga’s summer giveaways are bound to be bigger than ever. Along with fun entertainment for everyone, in June the casino is giving away a hot tub, and in July – an ATV. “Just wait for the coming months,” promises Harris. “It will be even bigger. Excitement on the floor will be reason alone to come check it out for yourselves.”

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Central City Nuggets day in June. Players at the table split $3,500+ when the dealer draws an 8 card 21. Central City and Black Hawk’s only bad beat jackpot. Open to all players.

www.reservecasinohotel.com $50,000 Finding Lucky May 8 – July 5, drawings every Friday and Saturday, noon – 10 p.m. Five winners at every drawing will get the chance to win up to $1,000 or a Lucky Charm that automatically qualifies them for the July 5 finale drawing. Bonus Lucky Charm Qualifier Drawings on July 3, 4 and 5.

$10,000 Money Maker Slot Tournament Saturday, June 6, 1 – 4 p.m., Money Maker Slot Tournament. The first round is free and you can earn up to three additional sessions with every 300 base points earned that day. The top 10 tournament winners have a chance to win an additional $2,000 by spinning the wheel.

$4500 Blackjack Progressive Bad Beat If blackjack is your game, play with us every

Table Games Golf Cart Giveaway June 1 – July 31, guests who play table games have a chance to win their own golf cart. Receive 2X entries, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and all day on Father’s Day, June 21.

Double Tier Status Points Week June 14-20, any Reserve Casino player’s card member can earn double points toward their status.

Father’s Day Baseball Ticket Giveaway On June 21, starting at noon, guests who earn 1,000 points can receive two tickets to see the Colorado Rockies game on Sunday, July 12. Guest will also receive a T-shirt with a chance to win up to $1,000 cash. Tickets are limited so get here early.

Columnist and historical fiction writer Maggie Magoffin will be at Cholua Bros. Mining Co.’s springtime opening, June 6 – 7.

Cholua Brothers springtime opening set for June 6 – 7 Celebration marks 2nd year Submitted by Cholua

After a long winter of what seems to be “the never ending snow,” the Cholua brothers of Cholua Bros. Mining Co., miners of high-altitude roasted Colorado coffees will host their 2015 springtime and outdoor patio grand opening. The weekend’s annual celebration marks the beginning of their secnd year of opening of the brother’s old time coffee store.

To promote their second up and coming book, this year’s festivities will include a special treat. Columnist and historical fiction writer, Maggie Magoffin will be on site to meet locals and sign copies of Dead Man Walking, Book 1 in the three book series of Misadventures of the Cholua Brothers. In appreciation of local supporters, anyone purchasing a copy for $10 will received a coupon for a free copy of Book 2, Pistols and Petticoats, due to release in late June.

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“We are extremely grateful for the continued support of the locals and residents of Colorado. Our coffee’s popularity has grown tremendously. We are also particularly excited about this weekend’s grand opening. Due to our increased online sales and our new book on Amazon, we anticipate a lot more of our out-of-state coffee fans will visit our Black Hawk store this summer,” said Chief Operating Miner Anthony Cholua.

The weekend’s grand opening will take place at the Cholua Bros. old-time coffee store at 470 Gregory St. in Black Hawk on Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Cholua brothers will be offering free sampling of their cold brew, high-altitude roasted coffees and other locally made specialty products. The celebration also kicks off their extended summertime coffee store hours.

To learn more about Cholua Bros. high-altitude roasted coffees and legendary coffee products, visit www.

ColoradoCoffeeBrothers.com or call 800-931-2758.

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Joan won $8,000 playing Reels & Heels at Golden Gates Casino.

Patricia was the lucky winner of the 2015 Mini Cooper Giveaway at Century Casino in Central City.

Ramon won $11,250 playing Triple Strike at Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk.

Jose and Graciela won $1,000 at Lady Luck Casino in Black Hawk.

Thomas won $3,000 playing a 5X Pay at Reserve Casino Hotel.

Chris won $3,636 at Saratoga Casino Black Hawk.

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Patrick Coughlin was put to death by firing squad on Dec. 15, 1896. His partner in crime, Fred George, was sentenced to the penitentiary for life because of his young age, and was paroled in 1909. He then led an exemplary life.

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arm. He died by bleeding urprises were promised but to death, a process that they will not be took 15 minutes. what followers A journalist writof this story will expect. ing about this disgustIt will not be a surprise ing spectacle said, “The that Fred George was French guillotine never sentenced to the penifails.” tentiary for life because Wilkerson had apof his young age, that he © Anna Lee Ames Frohlich pealed his death senwas paroled in 1909, and tence to the United States that he then led an exemplary life. Supreme Court. This was the first Nor will it surprise anyone to time that The Supreme Court adread that Patrick Coughlin was dressed the constitutionality of a sentenced to death. According to method of execution. The quesUtah law he was given the choice tion was whether the firing squad of hanging or being shot by a fir- violated the Eighth Amendment ing squad. to the Constitution. It had been He said, “I’ll take lead.” ratified Dec. 15, 1791, as part of His execution was set for Dec. the Bill of Rights that prohibited 10, 1895. “cruel and unusual punishments.”

The first surprise is in this cul- Coughlin might have felt some ture of summary justice, Coughlin hope at this point, but The Suwas still alive one year after being preme Court ruled that there was convicted. Most individuals were no “terror, pain or disgrace” inexecuted well within a year of volved in a death by firing squad. their death conviction.

The question of capital punishUtah had had several botched ment by firing squad became the executions. On May 16, 1878, the allowed choice of each state. firing squad took aim at their tarIt took Utah four decades to get, Wallace Wilkerson, who was become a state on Jan. 4, 1896. sitting, unbound and without a In that year, an issue was brought blindfold, in a chair. He wanted before the Utah state legislature to to look his executioners in the totally abolish the death penalty. eye like a man. At the last second Never before had the people of the accused raised his shoulders, Utah pushed so hard against capiwhich raised the paper target tal punishment. This must have pinned over his heart. It didn’t go again encouraged Patrick Coughwell. Three bullets hit just above lin, but his high hopes would have his heart and one splintered his been quashed when the proposal

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was unsuccessful. The death penalty and the firing squad were both entrenched in Utah.

Coughlin kept fighting for his life by appealing the guilty sentence that he had received in Ogden on Oct. 30, 1895, to the Utah Supreme Court. He was unsuccessful. His time was running out.

On Aug. 7, 1896, the first execution since statehood took place when Charles Thiede was hanged for slitting his wife’s throat. Those in charge of this hanging decided to be original. Instead of a more standard hanging, which could be a “tortuous and disturbing spectacle,” the state decided to try a new method. The victim would be jerked upwards suddenly by a counterweight. In this case, the force of the dropping counterweight was not enough to break Thiede’s neck. He strangled for 14 minutes before he died.

Because of the Eighth Amendment it was a strong concern of the United States Supreme Court was that victims of capital punishment die with dignity.

Let us look at whether Coughlin, whose execution was now eminent, was allowed to die with dignity. He was the first person to die by firing squad after Utah statehood. Utah may have held off until statehood was secured. He was also the first to die by firing squad after Utah became a state.

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One wonders toward the end if Coughlin thought of how this sad ending had begun with stealing some strawberries as a lark.

unlucky, Coughlin was unlucky as the 13th person to be legally executed since the beginning of the territorial period in Utah.

The night before his execution, Coughlin made up with his mother to whom he had been quite rude earlier. On Dec. 15, 1896, he was taken to Sage Hollow, three miles north of Woodruff, Utah, in Rich County. There he spent a short time with Father Galligan, who said, “Be of good courage.”

Coughlin replied with, “You bet your life.”

His “goodbye” to the priest was the last he spoke. When he sat in the death chair, he revealed bright new patent slippers. He wore a black silk shirt.

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The chair had been securely fastened to the ground. His arms and legs and shoulders were bound to the chair. A black silk handkerchief was tied over his eyes and a target was pinned over his heart. Only 30 feet from the chair was a tent with five holes cut in it so that his executioners would not be visible.

One rifle was loaded with a blank so that no man would know for sure whether he had fired one of the fatal shots. The fifth rifle was the one, which Coughlin had used to kill Constable Stagg and special deputy Edward Dawes.

Coughlin’s last request was that he not be photographed after death and put on public view. His wishes were respected. Pictures of his execution were taken from a distance, but nothing up close.

His coffin was lined with black broadcloth that looked good with his black clothes.

One wonders if toward the last he thought of how this sad ending had begun with stealing some strawberries as a lark.

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A Colorado Classic

Trail’s End

The Central City Opera

On July 16, 1932, as sunset pinked the Colorado sky above Virginia Road, a curious sight g r e e t e d By Rosemary Fetter callieanne_9@msn.com rural motorists. Chauffeur-driven limousines were creeping up the dirt road to Central City, a near-ghost town since its gold rush days. The cream of Denver society, garbed in glamourous 1870s attire, had come out to celebrate a landmark event, the debut of the restored Central City Opera House. Down the hill, Black Hawk residents gawked at an equally dramatic sight at the railroad station. Glittering socialites bound for the once-famous rush settlement were greeted by antique buggies or surreys that whisked them off to the grand premiere.

The Colorado Southern Railroad ran the passenger train for that evening only.

Gradually, the Denver travelers converged on the lovingly refurbished old building, taking their seats for its first production of the 20th century. The magic held through the evening. As the plush scarlet curtains rose and simulated

Which came first, Camille or La Traviata?

The Lady of the Camellias (Camille), a novel by Alexandre Dumas, fils, was based on his brief love affair with Marie Duplessis, a beautiful young courtesan whose legions of admirers included composer Franz Liszt. First published in 1848, the book became a stage production in 1852. Inspired by the play, Giuseppe Verdi put the story to music in the 1853 opera La Traviata, with the female protagonist, Marguerite Gautier, renamed Violetta Valéry.

Marie Duplessis died of tuberculosis in 1847 at the very young age of 23, with her husband, the comte de Perregaux, and her former lover Gustav Ernst von Stackelberg in attendance. Shortly after her death, her belongings were auctioned off to pay her debts. Her funeral was held in Montmartre cemetery, where she lies.

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gaslights fluttered, a fragile Lillian Gish appeared on stage in gossamer white, a veritable ghost from the past. The famous movie actress kept the audience spellbound, transporting everyone back to a tragic and romantic past.

Onlookers remained unaware of the sheriff hovering in the wings armed with a loaded shotgun, guarding Gish’s priceless jewelry, which had been Marie Duplessis, the original Camille, shown here as loaned by the a more robust teenager.

Denver elite for the premiere of Camille. An elaborate costume ball Show to Swiss bell-ringing exhibiat the historic Teller House round- tions, high school graduations and ed out the evening, infusing new boxing matches. In desperation, he life into the old Central City Opera. converted the theater to a movie A handsome stone building, the house in 1910, which kept the theOpera House itself dates back to ater going for more than 15 years.

1878. The town built it shortly after The opera palace showed its their first theater, The Montana, last film on Jan. 1, 1927. McFarburned to the ground in a fire that lane died two years later, leaving leveled the business district. Since the abandoned theater to his three Central had more than its share children. The family assumed ownof music-loving Irish, Welsh and ership after a public tax sale. McCornish miners, citizens vowed Farlane’s son, Frederick, executor to build the finest playhouse west of the estate, planned to sell the of the Mississippi. The persuasive property for use as a warehouse Gilpin County Opera House Asso- or garage and distribute proceeds ciation formed “to shake down the among the heirs. Fortunately, the citizenry,” as one miner put it, rais- elegant old building escaped this ing sufficient funds to begin con- horrendous fate through the efforts struction in June 1877. of University of Denver Civic TheThe Central City Opera House ater Director Walter Sinclair, Engbasked in glory for three brief years lish Literature Department head before the Tabor Grand Opera Ida Kruse McFarlane (Frederick’s House in Denver took center stage wife); and Anne Evans, daughter of in 1881. (Ironically, the Tabor Op- University of Denver founder and era House came down in a frenzy railroad baron John Evans. of urban renewal during the 1960s, Walter and Ida saw great poswhile the Central City Opera House sibilities in the auditorium, with is still going strong.) Peter Mac- its graceful lines, distinctive foyer Farlane, Baby Doe Tabor’s brother and crisp acoustics. Despite the and one of the original builders, cracked plaster, flaking paint and tried to attract top talent after tak- piles of debris, the structure had ing over operations in 1890, but impressive architectural credencelebrities preferred the larger and tials. Designed by famous Denver more accessible Denver audience. architect Robert Roeschlaub to MacFarlane kept the theater go- harmonize with the surrounding ing by accommodating everything mountains, the building sportfrom Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West ed arched openings on the front

Celebrating 23 Years

In the 1930s, attendees line up for the Central City Opera.

Photo courtesy Denver Public Library, Western History Department

façade and a balcony cantilevered over the entrance. Twin spiral staircases led guests from the lobby to the balcony.

Ida Kruse McFarlane convinced her husband’s family to donate the theater to the University of Denver, suggesting that a restored theater could serve as a venue for an annual Central City summer dramatic festival. In 1931, the University accepted the gift and established the Central City Opera House Association. Fundraiser Anne Evans headed the effort, assisted by Ida McFarlane and Denver muralist Allan True. Inspiration and funding for the first festival came from Denver arts patron Delos Chappel.

After that highly successful opening more than 80 years ago, the theater continued to gain public acclaim, culminating in the production of its first grand opera

in 1941. A popular presentation of Harvey by Denver playwright Mary Coyle Chase inspired an annual festival format of two operas and a play. The tradition continued until 1984, when an operetta replaced the theatrical production.

Over the decades, the Central City stage has welcomed such Broadway greats as Helen Hayes and Katherine Cornell along with Hollywood personalities like the bombshell May West. In a 1949 production of Diamond Lil, a la Lillian Gish, West wore real jewelry on stage.

This year’s festival runs July 11 through Aug. 9, and features La Traviata and Man of La Mancha, along with various related events, including the world premiere of Don Quixote and the Dutchess. For tickets and more information, visit www.centralcityopera.org.

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Gilpin County History Museum

GEMINI - (May 22 - June 21) Competitive spirit swells within you, your energies are high at this time. Best to expend your energies in physical labor or exercise, otherwise this energy could come out in arguments. If you use this energy well it will serve you. Lucky Numbers: 1, 3, 11, 23, 25, 62

Madame Lou Bunch Day

June 21, noon – 4 p.m., Main Street. Traditional Central City event honoring Lou Bunch, the city’s last Madame, who ran Central’s most successful bordello. Includes brass bed races, historic costumes and costume contest, and awards. Bed races at 3 p.m. Visit www.LouBunchDay.org.

Central City Opera Festival 2015

The 2015 Festival offers two productions at the Central City Opera House and two one-of-akind one-acts performed in historic venues in Central City and creative spaces from Ft. Collins to Colorado Springs.

email her at navamsa9@q.com AQUARIUS - (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Your life seems to be humming along at this time. You have no conflicts with others even though your energy is high. You enjoy sporting competition although no strong need to win at this time.

Romance is at its best now. Lucky Numbers: 5, 14, 16, 20, 25, 59

PISCES (Feb 20 - March 20) You can accomplish a great deal at this time even though you will be challenged by circumstances or others. You want to be able to explain what or how you are doing what you are doing to succeed.

Lucky Numbers: 7, 17, 18, 26, 36, 47

LIBRA - (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You are ready for warm weather and physical fun activity. Various aspects of your life seem to be humming along nicely now. This gives you more time for your sporting entertainment. Lucky Numbers: 6, 12, 28, 39, 42, 44

SCORPIO - (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) There is a part of you that really just wants to take it easy. That would be a pitfall to the your success at this time. Carefully planning your time out, not just when you are active, also that down time you are craving. Lucky Numbers: 8, 22, 28, 33, 40, 57

SAGITTARIUS - (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) You may start a new exercise regime at this time to impress somebody you are romantically interested. Your energy is good and you could get a raise or be noticed at work at this time. Lucky Numbers: 5, 12, 29, 31, 52, 55

CAPRICORN - (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) This is a testing time in your life to see if the choices you are making are what you really want? Do you believe in what you are doing?

Is this the path you wish to take. You will be asking yourself these questions at this time. Lucky Numbers: 6, 24, 34, 39, 42, 44

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CANCER - (June 22 - July 22) You feel very rebellious at this time, You may say or do things that greatly upset friends without realizing it due to this rebellious streak. There is a positive here that you are seeking that which gives you freedom in your life. Lucky Numbers: 9, 11, 17, 31, 48, 58

LEO - (July 23 – Aug 22) This is a good time for taking up wok that requires ingenuity and resourcefulness. Your social skills are apparent at this time and can be used to help in your endeavors. You may make your own luck in the romantic sphere at this time. Lucky Numbers: 15, 18, 28, 36, 52, 62

VIRGO - (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) You’ve been purposeful in your direction as of late. Knowing what you want, and setting steps carefully. You want to avoid arguments and confrontations, especially with your employer at this time.

Lucky Numbers: 3, 28, 34, 39, 43, 64

Events listed here are held at the Central City Opera House, 124 Eureka St., except as noted.

June 25, 4 p.m. The Empowerment of Women in the Arts roundtable discussion.

June 27, Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation, Teller House, 120 Eureka St. June 30, Opera Inside Out, Williams Stable Theater (across the street from the Opera House) July 11 – Aug. 8, La Traviata July 18 – Aug. 9, Man of La Mancha July 28, Aug. 1 and 6, Don Quixote and the Duchess, Central City and Ft. Collins July 29-30, Aug. 5, The Prodigal Son, Central City and Colorado Springs. Collins. For more information, tickets and times, visit www.centralcity opera.org

ARIES - (March 21 - April 20) This is a time of much energy and activity for you. Many short trips and social activities for you at this time. Many opportunities come up, particularly in the career area. You know what you want and things come to you easily at this time. Lucky Numbers: 2, 17, 27, 40, 43, 48

TAURUS - (April 21 - May 21) During this time you may have the feeling that luck will provide you everything you need without any effort on your part, but this is a false notion. You can succeed at this time but effort and self control are required on your part. Lucky Numbers: 4, 7, 10, 13, 33, 53

ACROSS

Through July 5, Peak Season Colorado Landscapes, 103 Eureka St. Features work by Gayle MacDougall, Becky Silver, Gale Gatto and Hazel Henley.

31. IMT 32. EMC 34. BS 35. Crested Butte

June 13, 2 p.m., 231 Chase St. This quaint summer home for a pioneer family was willed to the County Historical Society along with several family antiques and an 1859 Grand piano.

Visitor Center Art Gallery

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for events. The Central City Opera House opened to rave reviews in 1932 and still holds an opera festival each summer.

Coeur d’Alene Mine Shaft House, Saturday and Sunday.

The mine operated from 1885 until it stopped production in 1940.

17. SAT 19. Evan 21. Ole 23. Vice

BLACK HAWK

Open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 228 E. High St., Central City. New historical exhibit: What Nice Licenses! The History of Colorado License Plates. Victorian era parlors, kitchens, schoolrooms and even a backyard display with longjohns (long underwear of the era) hanging on the clothesline Visit www.gilpinhistory.org for further information.

Tours of the Thomas House, Teller House, and Opera House are available year round through the Tour Office at Washington Hall, Tuesday-Sunday. Labor

Day: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The cost of all tours is $6 per person, per building (includes the Gilpin History Museum). If more than building is visited, the cost drops to $5 per person, per building.

Children 12 and younger are always free.

Museums include: Washington Hall, 217 Eureka St. Includes a jail (museum) and outdoor fountain garden, and unique gallery with five rustic rooms displaying 3,800 sq. ft. of art from more than 100 artists throughout the Rocky Mountain region.

The Thomas House, 228 E. First High St. Greek revival style frame house built in 1874 around the entrance to a mine.

House is furnished and decorated circa 1917.

Teller House, Opera House, 123 Eureka St. Once billed as the most elegant hotel between Chicago and Mississippi, the Teller House is famous for The Face on the Barroom Floor (painting of a woman’s face) and elegant murals. Now used mostly

Admission is $25 per person, reservations required. Call 303582-5283.

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Summertime in the city means a trip to the mountains, and there’s no better way to enjoy a Colorado summer than a drive to Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek. Once you arrive, there’s plenty to do – great restaurants and gaming, and lots of activities and events.

The following are scheduled for June. Check in advance in case of change.

For a more “Things to Do in Central City,” check out the Visitor Center, 103 Eureka St. at the Northern End of Main Street in the old Wells Fargo Building.

Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ThursdaySunday. For information, call the Visitors Center at 303-5823345.

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